Richer Poorer co-founder Iva Pawling will take on the president position at Francesca’s, overseeing Richer Poorer, along with wholesale and Franki, Francesca’s apparel brand aimed at the tween market.
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Buckle Reports Tough April, Q1 as Sales Slide
Accessories offered the one bright spot and was the only reported segment to see an increase for the month.
Hurley Details Expansion Plans as it Prepares to Celebrate 25 Years
Hurley is preparing for its 25th anniversary as executives look to expand beyond surf into markets such as the outdoors and athleisure.
Surfscape Draws Mixed Crowds at Inaugural Event
SIMA is set to begin planning for the next Surfscape following the weekend’s inaugural event, which drew a blend of mainstream consumers and the core. We have lots of photos from Day One.
Reef to Open First Store on PCH in Encinitas
The store, which will open initially as a pop-up, comes on the heels of the sandal company inking a long-term lease for new headquarters in Carlsbad.
California Surf Shops Discuss Slow and Soggy Spring Sales
It’s been a cold and stormy start to the year that’s weighed on surf shop sales, but May could prove a turning point for core shops.
Latest Dickies Hires Come from Vans, Hey Dude, Converse
The brand announced three senior appointments to its product team.
ILWU Says “Certain Key Issues” Tentatively Worked Out in Contract Talks
The West Coast dockworkers union also confirmed that negotiations continue for a contract covering more than 22,000 workers.
REI 2022 Sales Rise to $3.85 Billion
Recreational Equipment Inc.’s chief executive underscored the outdoor retailer's focus on “sustainable profitability” with the release of its 2022 financial results Wednesday. REI recorded net sales of $3.85 billion last year, up from the $3.74 billion it generated in...
Vuori Nabs Former Vans, Billabong, Yeti Execs as it Fills Out C-Suite
The activewear brand continues to build out its executive ranks, including hiring for three positions that are firsts at Vuori.
BC Owner on Business, Sales Trends and a Move Away from Covid Comparisons
Bruce Cromartie breaks down the year so far for BC Surf & Sport as he fills SES in on what categories and brands are turning the fastest.
Maui Nix Owner Talks Labor, Pricing and “Pleasant Surprises”
Catching up with Maui Nix’s George Karamitos on brand buildouts, challenges, and opportunities for his seven-store business.
